My life is so complex. Everyone's is, and I forget that. There are so many different parts of my life that add up to "me" and sometimes it is hard to put all those pieces together. I am looking through all my pictures on my computer right now because I want to print a couple, and it is so fun remembering everything and realizing that I have so many experiences and people that have shaped who I am right now.

I feel joyful right now. And thankful.

This past week I only taught two days because I had trainings and a holiday the other three. Friday was fun because we learned about Chinese culture and I have a kid from China who helped me a lot -- he wrote numbers and words, shared a game from China, and brought food to share. I was so sad that I forgot my camera!

Yesterday I went to another Bethlehem work day. I laid paving stones and climbed up on a high ladder to screw in dowels. That was fun. :) At these work days I'm thankful for the many projects I have helped my family with--I know how to climb a ladder, shovel, and use a power drill--and so I feel slightly useful.

Last night Thomas cooked a Thanksgiving dinner and I spent the night with Ashley and him.

Tonight I am going to San Francisco to give blankets and jackets to the homeless. It's going to be a late night, but I only have two days of school to make it through, so I think it will be okay.